How Pritzker’s Infrastructure Plan Will Impact Transportation In Illinois

By Daniel Tucker
JB Pritzker
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker speaks at a news conference in Springfield on Jan. 23, 2019 as state Treasurer Michael Frerichs looks on. Pritzker says expanded gambling will create jobs in Illinois. John O’Connor / AP Photo
JB Pritzker
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker speaks at a news conference in Springfield on Jan. 23, 2019 as state Treasurer Michael Frerichs looks on. Pritzker says expanded gambling will create jobs in Illinois. John O’Connor / AP Photo

How Pritzker’s Infrastructure Plan Will Impact Transportation In Illinois

By Daniel Tucker
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